Vanilla, so to speak Crossword Clue

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Vanilla, so to speak Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. correct by punishment or discipline
2. make less strong or intense; soften
(adjective)
1. brought from wildness into a domesticated state
2. very docile

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

VANILLA (noun)
1. a flavoring prepared from vanilla beans macerated in alcohol (or imitating vanilla beans)
2. a distinctive fragrant flavor characteristic of vanilla beans
VANILLA (adjective)
1. plain and without any extras or adornments
SPEAK (verb)
1. exchange thoughts; talk with
2. use language

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